real quick oil change question
09-15-2010, 12:26 PM
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I'm on their site reading about it now.. is it almost a must for those who want to DIY their oil changes? sounds like it'd make things a whole lot easier. Is it a great product?
I also notice on their site in Canada that they have an "N" version: EZ Oil Drain Valve from Fumoto Canada - Oil Changes Made Easy - Fleet Info They say it allows the oil to be drained away from the engine..
I also notice on their site in Canada that they have an "N" version: EZ Oil Drain Valve from Fumoto Canada - Oil Changes Made Easy - Fleet Info They say it allows the oil to be drained away from the engine..
09-22-2010, 01:26 AM
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Amazon.com: Blitz Rhino Ramp 12000 Extreme: Automotive
I actually have the standard (Rhino Ramp 8000) version which works fine, but if I had to do it again I would have spent the extra $12 for the "extreme 12000" version just because of the wide tires.
09-22-2010, 06:43 AM
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I use Rhino Ramps.
Amazon.com: Blitz Rhino Ramp 12000 Extreme: Automotive
I actually have the standard (Rhino Ramp 8000) version which works fine, but if I had to do it again I would have spent the extra $12 for the "extreme 12000" version just because of the wide tires.
Amazon.com: Blitz Rhino Ramp 12000 Extreme: Automotive
I actually have the standard (Rhino Ramp 8000) version which works fine, but if I had to do it again I would have spent the extra $12 for the "extreme 12000" version just because of the wide tires.
Is the lift height adequate? it says it only lifts the car 6.5 inches. My car is probably only 2-3 inches off the ground. Is that going to be enough to slide under?
09-22-2010, 09:19 AM
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^ At that height, you'll get an overall clearance of about 9-10 inches. IMHO, that's adequate, but it depends on how big you are.
Btw, if you have epoxied garage floors, the rhino ramps will slide. The anti-slip pad they have underneath it is sorely inadequate.
Btw, if you have epoxied garage floors, the rhino ramps will slide. The anti-slip pad they have underneath it is sorely inadequate.
09-22-2010, 11:11 AM
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09-28-2010, 01:01 PM
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It only cost me $43 for mobil 1 oil change at the dealership... (in canada). Basically the same price as a 5 litre jug anywhere so i just let the dealership change my oil.
10-15-2010, 10:10 PM
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Hey guys quick question also, what's the best way to lift the car when doing an oil change? from the front/back/driver side/passenger side?
Thanks,
Geoff
Thanks,
Geoff
I jack the car under the driver's door only.
That allows plenty of room to drop the flap. The oil drain plug is on the passenger side pointing right. Helps to drain better!!
Also a 5.28 Quart jug of oil is the exact amount needed, I use an extended filter.
